Judgment offers guidance on very special circumstances for green belt approvals
A recent judicial review judgment from the Planning Court is a helpful reminder of the balancing exercise that decision-makers, in applying national policy, must undertake in determining planning applications for development of green belt land.
Written by
George Morton Jack in Planning Magazine
LURB Actually
Much still needs to be worked out if we are to fall in love with the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill.
Written by
Simon Ricketts
Compulsory Reading: The CPO blog
Thanks for all the positive feedback on the first episode of our blog. Having already summarised the CPO provisions in the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill (or “LURB” as all the cool kids are calling it).
Written by
Raj Gupta
Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill and policy paper
On 11 May 2022 the Government introduced to the House of Commons the Levelling-up and Regeneration Bill (the “Bill”). On the same day, the Government published the Levelling Up and Regeneration: further information policy paper (the “Policy Paper”).
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A Town Legal LLP summary
In The Head Of: Estelle Dehon
Here is the latest episode in our Town Legal interview series. Partner and leading barrister Mary Cook sits down with Estelle Dehon QC to talk all things life and her career.
Featuring
Mary Cook and Estelle Dehon
Working from home
The concept of remote or hybrid working presents new challenges and opportunities for junior lawyers across all sectors.
Written by
Cobi Bonani
Court decision provides important guidance for future decisions on Assets of Community Value
In a recent case, the High Court has provided some important pointers on the interpretation of the statutory framework for Assets of Community Value (ACV).
Written by
Paul Arnett
R (on the application of Spedding) v Wiltshire Council
There are various practical implications and points to note arising from the judgement. Firstly, plans submitted for the purposes of prior approval applications should be clear and accurate.
Written by
Amy Penrose
How will biodiversity net gain work?
Defra's consultation is vital for developers and local authorities.
Written by
Mary Cook and George Morton Jack in Estates Gazette